Another fantastic week wraps up, and we couldn't be prouder of our Year 10s! Over 175 students are currently out on work experience placements until next Wednesday, gaining invaluable real-world skills. A huge thank you to all our amazing WEX hosts for their incredible generosity and commitment to nurturing the next generation. Your support provides vital opportunities for our students to learn and grow. We've heard wonderful feedback already, like this gem from one employer today: "She has been getting stuck in all week and worked incredibly hard." Well done, Year 10! You're showing incredible resilience, responsibility, and determination. This is all part of your journey to becoming the best version of yourselves. Even if it wasn't exactly what you expected, every experience is a stepping stone. We can't wait to hear all about it. Our work experience programme is getting even bigger next year...watch this space. #TheCottesloeSchool #TCSWorkExperience #TCSYear10 #FutureReady #CommunityPartnerships #Prepare #Aspire #Succeed

Leighton Buzzard Kickboxing Academy

A massive thank you to Hardy-Tunstall Engineering Ltd for their generous donation of beautiful paint to enhance our much-loved and well-used Wellbeing Garden in the Team Hub (Our student wellbeing centre). Your support means the world to us and is helping create a more vibrant, welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. #Gratitude #CommunitySupport #WellbeingGarden #TCSTeamHub #thecottesloeschool

A lesson on the power of resilience What an unforgettable night of football! Our @lionesses clinched a spot in the semi-finals after a nail-biting penalty shootout, showcasing incredible grit and resilience. We saw pure determination on display: Lucy was seen strapping her own leg whilst Hannah, had her bloodied nose tended to. Both women went on to win us the game alongside their teammates. These moments aren't just about football; they're a testament to the power of overcoming adversity. @_hannahhampton, a goalkeeper whose success defies the odds. Born with an eye condition that impacts depth perception, she was told a professional football career was impossible. Today, she's not only a top player but an ambassador for Birmingham Children's Hospital, inspiring countless others to believe in themselves. @lucybronze, diagnosed with Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia, has harnessed these traits into her superpowers. Her incredible focus and passion for the game, which she links to her Autism and ADHD, have fueled her sustained excellence at the highest level for over 15 years. Their stories remind us that true strength comes from within. At The Cottesloe School, we believe in fostering this kind of resilience in all our students, empowering them to prepare, aspire, and succeed, no matter the challenges they face. #thecottesloeschool #prepareaspiresucceed #lucybronze #hannahhampton

Safe travels and a fantastic journey to our students, Miss Gamage, and Mr. Waite, as they head off to Malaysia for their @weareworldchallenge expedition! We hope they have an amazing time exploring and learning, and we're really looking forward to hearing all about it upon their return. Want to join future adventures? Check out our Super Curricular trips here: https://www.cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk/curriculum/wider-curriculum/super-curricular or speak to Mr. Curtis. #MalaysiaTrip #TheCottesloeSchool #WorldChallenge #tcssupercurricular

Can you guess which Musical the PA department are doing next? Here are 3 picture clues to help you decide! Post your guesses below

Incredible news from the England Schools Athletics Championships! Our very own Year 10, Olive, absolutely smashed it in the 3k final, finishing a phenomenal 5th place! In brutal heat, Olive ran a brilliantly clever and tactical race. We couldn't be prouder of her outstanding achievement! What a star! #EnglandSchools #Athletics #thecottesloeschool #prepareaspiresucceed

Exciting News for the Last Day of Term! The Cottesloe School is thrilled to announce a Non-Uniform Day on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025! Students can ditch their uniforms and come dressed in their own clothes to celebrate the end of term. To donate, please use this link: http://bit.ly/TCSNonUniform Dress Code Guidelines: Tops: Shoulders must be covered (no strapless, spaghetti straps, vest tops, low-cut, or 'belly tops'). Undergarments should not be visible. Bottoms: No very short shorts. Undergarments should not be visible. General: No offensive slogans or inappropriate messages. Footwear: Must be safe and appropriate for school (no flip-flops or high heels). This non-uniform day is being held in exchange for a voluntary donation, with all proceeds going to the Friends of Cottesloe. The Friends of Cottesloe are a fantastic group of volunteers who work hard to raise money for various initiatives and resources that directly benefit the students attending our school. Your support makes a real difference to the school community. For way you can help our school see our dedicated page https://www.cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk/our-school/fundraising/

A fantastic project for young people to be involved in!

Robot Champ #leonardochallenge A huge congratulations to our brilliant students from The Cottesloe School who recently took part in the robot building competition at @lifeatleonardouk Not only did they showcase their incredible creativity and teamwork, but they also won 2 out of the 4 events. That's innovation and determination in action. We're so proud of your hard work and successwhat an amazing achievement! #STEAMCottesloe #thecottesloeschool #RoboticsCompetition #FutureEngineers #LeonardoChallenge

Shout out to the amazing Amy who is a Year 10 Drama and Music GCSE student. Amy has gained a place on the #creativelearning Work in Theatre Course at #MKTheatre. What a brilliant opportunity to learn about careers in the Theatre! We can't wait to hear all about it! #TCSPACareers #TCSINSPIRE

Just reminiscing on The Cottesloe School Year 11 Prom, what an event it was We miss you and wish you the very best on the next step of your journey - good luck to you all! See you August 21st Video edited by Year 12 - Olly Scott #thecottesloeschool #teamcottesloe

Shout out to our fabulous dance company IGNITE who have been hard at work recording a dance for camera #INSPIRED by A Midsummer Night's Dream as a Site Sensitive piece in the #Udeskol. Thanks to 9C Music for their drumming track! IGNITE meets Fridays 3 - 4pm in PA1. New members welcome in September! #TCSIGNITE #TCSINSPIRE

Important PE information for the New Academic Year